Common Core State StandardL.CCS.1/2/3/4 Grades 6-12: Video of a current news event is presented for discussion to encourage student participation, but also inspire the use of evidence to support logical claims using the main ideas of the video. Students must analyze background information provided about a current event, draw out the main ideas and key details, and review different opinions on the issue. Then, students should present their own claims using facts and analysis for support.

12/20/2010

Unhappy Mother Sues McDonald's Over Happy Meal Toys

■Class discussion: This isn't all that far-fetched. As the video points out, last month, San Francisco banned promotional toys served with meals that don't meet nutritional standards. What do you think?
Should the government force McDonalds and other fast food restaurants to stop giving out toys? Or is it the parents' responsibility to decide what's good for their children?